Genius Sports Announces New Board Appointments: Ken Kay Appointed Chair, Claire Valoti Joins as Independent Director, and David Levy Moves to Advisory Role
20 Giugno 2024 - 10:15PM
Business Wire
- Kenneth Kay, seasoned corporate executive across three decades
of Chief Financial Officer experience and Genius Sports Independent
Director, appointed as Chair of the Board of Directors
- Claire Valoti, former Vice President, International at Snap
Inc., appointed as an Independent Director
- Former Chair, David Levy, will continue as Strategic Advisor to
Genius Sports
Genius Sports Limited (NYSE:GENI) (“Genius Sports”), the
official data, technology and commercial partner that powers the
global ecosystem connecting sports, betting, and media, today
announces changes to the Genius Sports Board of Directors (the
“Board”), which became effective June 2024.
Kenneth J. Kay (“Ken”), former Chief Financial Officer at
MGM Holdings, Inc. will be appointed as Chair of Genius Sports’
Board (the “Chair”), leading the Board’s oversight of Genius
Sports’ operations and strategy.
Since March 8, 2023, Ken has served as an independent director
of the Board.
Ken has already made an outstanding contribution to the
collective capabilities of the Board. He offers a rare combination
of financial and operational expertise, drawn from decades of
experience as CFO for global and Fortune 500 Companies, including
Dole Food Company, CB Richard Ellis Group, Inc. and Las Vegas Sands
Corporation. His extensive audit and compensation committee
experience, including on the board of directors of Summit Hotel
Properties, has been a key asset to the Board. Ken brings a broad
business proficiency to his new role as Chair, gained from his
oversight of a range of core business functions including strategy,
technology, and human resources.
Ken will take up the position of Chair from David Levy,
currently co-CEO of Horizon Sports and Experiences and former
President at Turner Broadcasting, Inc. As one of the most respected
figures in the global sports industry, David will remain as a
Strategic Advisor to Genius Sports.
David was appointed Chair on April 20, 2021. His tenure has been
characterized by exceptional standards of execution and
technological innovation, as well as the acquisition of new
customers and the strengthening of key partnerships across the
sports, betting, media, and broadcasting ecosystem. In his advisory
role, David will remain close to Genius Sports, offering his
expertise and acumen to the management team.
Claire Valoti, Co-founder of Haylo Ventures and former
Vice President, International at Snap, will be appointed as an
Independent Director. Claire’s executive experience in data-driven
companies entails a strong focus on digital, mobile, and consumer
experience. Notably, she played a key role in Snap's international
growth, spearheading the company's expansion outside the US, before
running all international operations for five years.
Mark Locke, CEO of Genius Sports, said, “I am thrilled to
welcome the appointment of Ken Kay as our Chair and Claire Valoti
as a Director. Their expertise and vision will be instrumental in
driving the next phase of Genius Sports’ growth. I also want to
extend my gratitude to David Levy for his service as Chair since
April 2021. I am pleased that David will continue to stay close to
Genius Sports in an advisory capacity.”
Kenneth Kay, incoming Chair, added, “It has been an honor
to serve as an independent director of the Genius Sports Board. I
now look forward to taking the lead as Chair and contributing to
Genius Sports’ further advancements in pioneering sports data and
delivering value for all shareholders.”
David Levy commented, “I have greatly valued my time as
Chair of Genius Sports. I take pride in the strides that have been
made to strengthen Genius Sports’ presence across sports, betting,
media, and broadcasting. I am delighted to continue my relationship
and close connection with Genius Sports as a Strategic Advisor and
will actively support the team in the exciting next chapter for the
company.”
Claire Valoti, newly appointed Board Director, added, “I
am delighted to join Genius Sports as a Director and to have this
opportunity to work together with an expert founder-led team, as
Genius Sports continues to drive growth with its cutting-edge
technology, scale, and reach.”
About Genius Sports
Genius Sports is the official data, technology and broadcast
partner that powers the global ecosystem connecting sports, betting
and media. Our technology is used in over 150 countries worldwide,
creating highly immersive products that enrich fan experiences for
the entire sports industry.
We are the trusted partner to over 400 sports organisations,
including many of the world’s largest leagues and federations such
as the NFL, EPL, FIBA, NCAA, NASCAR, AFA and Liga MX.
Genius Sports is uniquely positioned through cutting-edge
technology, scale and global reach to support our partners. Our
innovative use of big data, computer vision, machine learning, and
augmented reality, connects the entire sports ecosystem from the
rights holder all the way through to the fan.
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